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Digital device repair technician
Level
3
Advanced · like A-levels
Length
1.8 yr
typical
Sector
Digital
Pay
Paid
you earn while training
In a nutshell
To manage the process of repairs to digital devices and replace device parts from end to end.
What you'd do
Diagnose device faults using visual inspection and diagnostic software
Replace screens, batteries, charging ports, and other components
Perform data backups before starting any repair work
Update device firmware and troubleshoot software issues
Communicate repair progress and costs clearly to customers
Complete repair job sheets and update the management system
Maintain a clean, organised workspace and handle parts safely
What you'd learn
How mobile devices, laptops, and tablets are constructed and how they work
Diagnostic software and tools for identifying hardware and software faults
Component-level repair techniques including soldering and micro-soldering
Data backup, recovery, and customer data protection principles
Health and safety when working with batteries, chemicals, and ESD-sensitive parts
Customer communication and managing repair expectations
Warranty, returns, and consumer rights relevant to device repair
Ready to look for a place?
See live Digital device repair technician apprenticeship vacancies on the official government service.
A Careermash concept · apprenticeship standard from our careers engine · vacancies via gov.uk.